The Best PC Games of 2021

by Jason Dietz, Metacritic Features Editor – January 3, 2022

Which PC games impressed professional reviewers the most during the past year? We rank the best-reviewed titles released between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021 by Metascore. Games must have at least 7 reviews from professional critics to be eligible for inclusion. (All scores listed here are from January 2, 2022.)

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89 Psychonauts 2

(#5) Finally emerging in August after years of anticipation, the crowdfunded sequel to Double Fine's cult hit 2005 platformer Psychonauts once again follows the humorous adventures of young acrobatic psychic Raz, who has grown up (a bit) and now works as an intern at Psychonaut Headquarters. Critics raved about the creativity on display.

“A tour-de-force of sumptuous visuals and world-class game design come together for a truly impressive feast for the senses. Psychonauts 2 is a must-play title for fans and newcomers alike.” —PC Invasion

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